"Patrik has been having an issue with his right knee over the last week. We both feel that it is best to monitor this," Shero said. "He will continue to work off ice with our training staff, and skate on his own prior to joining the team for formal, on-ice, workouts."

Stempniak, 32, had skated with the Bruins on Tuesday (Sept. 15).

Kennedy, 29, spent last season with the Sharks and Islanders and totaled 6 goals and 8 assists in 38 games.

Tlusty had reportedly turned down five PTOs in search of a contract.

Boucher, 22, is expected to compete for a full-time?position with the Devils this season. He has played in 34 games over the last two seasons and has scored three goals whiles recording five assists.

Clowe, 32,?missed the final 69 games of the season last year after suffering his fourth concussion in a year and a half.

Schlemko, 28, played for the Coyotes, Stars, and Flames last season, finishing the season with Calgary.

The deal will be worth $575,000 at the NHL level.

Salvador, 39, detailed the struggles he faced throughout his career dealing with injuries, concussions, adjusting to everyday life and accepting the fact that it was time to walk away from the game.

?Patrick Rissmiller has played at just about every level ? high school, college, ECHL, AHL, NHL and Europe, and with multiple organizations,? said Devils GM Ray Shero. ?He will work with all of the players in our organization, as well as our prospects. We feel that he is the ideal individual with the necessary experience and background for this position.?

Shero told NJ.com that they won't name a new captain until the proper leader emerges in the 2015-2016 batch of players, but stressed that doesn't indicate a lack of leadership on the team.

According to the team, the deal has an average annual value of $925,000.

• Forward Mike Cammalleri, who previously wore #23, will now wear #13.
• Defenseman Eric Gelinas, who previously wore #22, will now wear #44.

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Savard, 61, has a combined 27-years of experience in the NHL as a coach,?scout and in management positions. In his most recent stop he spent eight years with the Pittsburgh Penguins as an assistant coach and pro scout. He had a 12-year playing career with the?Quebec Nordiques before retiring in 1985.

Clowe, who has suffered multiple concussions in his career, is recovering from another one he sustained?last year. According to Chere, Clowe has even considered retirement.

"I'm going to work on it this week. I believe, hopefully, we'll get it done," Devils GM Ray Shero said on Monday. "This is all bonus-related with these top players."

Castron comes from Columbus where he spent the past 16 seasons and the last nine as Director of Amateur Scouting.

Zubrus cleared waivers at noon on Thursday.

J.P. Barry, Larsson's agent, said discussions had briefly stopped due to the news of Lou Amoriello's departure. He expects to reengage in contract talks this weekend with Devils GM Ray Shero.

Lamoriello, who stepped down as Devils GM in May, resigned from his position as president of the Devils on Thursday to become the 16th GM in the history of the Maple Leafs.

The deal Lamoriello signed with Toronto will be for three years (July 23).

The Devils drafted Zacha, a center, with the No. 6 pick in this year's NHL Draft.

The deal is worth $3.15 million, with Gelinas getting paid $1.5 million in 2015-16 and $1.65 million for 2016-17.

The NHL's youngest head coach was on the ice Monday working with the Devils' top prospects and free agents in an offseason development camp.

Devils GM Ray Shero said he expects O'Brien to compete for a spot as a center on the fourth line this coming season (July 1).

The AAV of the deal is $575,000, the team said.

The No. 75 overall pick in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft just finished his senior season at Miami University of Ohio, where he tallied 20 goals and 37 points in 37 games played. He finished his time in the NCAA with 107 points in 143 games.

Moore, who was a restricted free agent, was not given a qualifying offer from the Arizona Coyotes. Moore had 11 points in 57 games between the Coyotes and Rangers last year.

Shero, who wouldn't say which players the team is targeting, noted that any moves that are made will not be with just next season in mind.

"If we go the route of a trade or a one-year contract, it will be to try and get value out of that player," Shero said. "We'll be looking for what makes sense for the short-term and moving forward, and try to combine both."

General manager Ray Shero said in a statement that he is excited to have an experienced goalie like Clemmensen on his coaching staff.

"Having played at every level, Scott is an excellent fit for our young goaltenders," Shero said. "We are fortunate to have someone with his experience join our staff. Additionally, he is familiar with our organization both on and off the ice."

And Devils GM Ray Shero is hoping that Palmieri's age and speed will be a helpful addition to his squad.

?He's at the right age, No. 1,? Shero said. ?He's an NHL player. He plays with speed. He's a strong kid. He can really shoot the puck. It's hard to find players like that. Anaheim's got a lot of depth up front, especially on the right side and some other kids coming. So, we're, hopefully, taking advantage of that and, hopefully, it's going to be good for both teams ? Anaheim getting a draft pick and us getting a player that's going to play for us next year.?

Frolik, 27, has played the last two years in Winnipeg with the Jets and had 19 goals and 23 assists last season in 17:30 per game.

Frolik played last season on a one-year deal worth $3.3 million.